Steel Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Steel Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is situated at 3801 25th Avenue, Unit A in Gulfport, Mississippi. The academy is owned and directed by head coach Dan Carlson, a black belt under Joel Tudor of Surfight who has been grappling since 1995. The school holds official approval through the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation, and the coaching roster includes black belt instructor Keeley McKee alongside coaches Alex Harrell, Coleman Stennis, and Josh Mayo. The gym delivers martial arts instruction for adults and youth across gi and no-gi formats. Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coursework spans fundamental and advanced levels, covering positional escapes, guard passes, and joint submissions. Striking disciplines feature Shootboxing, blending punches, kicks, and clinch work, alongside cardio kickboxing classes. Youth programs are divided into Tiny Grapplers for ages three to four, Young Warriors for ages five to eight, and Champions for ages nine and up. Instruction emphasizes disciplined movement, technique retention, and injury prevention on the mats. Private coaching sessions are also available across grappling and striking. Newcomers can begin training with two free trial classes without requiring an immediate membership commitment.